For example, to specify the numbers 1, 3, and all the numbers between 10 and 15, enter: 1,3,10-15.

Ranges can include combinations of these two elements.

For example, for the numbers 1, 5 and 9 only, enter: 1,5,9. To specify several non-consecutive numbers, separate each one with a comma.For example, to specify all numbers between 5 and 10 inclusive, enter 5-10.

To specify a range of consecutive numbers, enter the first and last number separated by a hyphen.

You can always ask an expert in the Excel Tech Community or get support in the Answers community. Use =1/ n in a formula, where n is the number you want to divide 1 by. Use the SQRT function in a formula to find the square root of a number. Use in a formula with * to multiply by a percent. Use in a formula to divide one number by another. Use in a formula to subtract numbers or to signify a negative number. What can I use in a formula to mimic calculator keys? For more information, see Copy and paste a formula to another cell or worksheet. Cell references may change if they have relative references. When you copy the formula, ensure that the cell references are correct. You can either copy the formula, or use the fill handle to copy the formula to adjacent cells.įor example, when you copy the formula in cell B6 to C6, the formula in that cell automatically changes to update to cell references in column C.

Avoid rewriting the same formulaĪfter you create a formula, you can copy it to other cells - no need to rewrite the same formula. Learn more in the article on the SUM function. The Intellisense tag will appear for any function. In this case, only B2:B5 would be highlighted, since there is only one number reference in this formula. If you click the individual function elements, their representative pieces in the formula will be highlighted. If you click the SUM or function name, it will change o a blue hyperlink to the Help topic for that function. Intellisense function guide: the SUM(number1, …) floating tag beneath the function is its Intellisense guide. If you need to add/exclude more cells, you can hold the Shift Key + the arrow key of your choice until your selection matches what you want. All you need to do is press ENTER to confirm it. In the figure above, the AutoSum feature is seen to automatically detect cells B2:B5 as the range to sum. Note: AutoSum does not work on non-contiguous ranges.

1 through 15 multiplication chart